Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or based on the ability to forecast or predict something, especially in medicine (relating to or predicting the likely outcome or course of a disease or condition).

“The doctor provided a prognostic assessment of the patient’s condition.”

2. noun

a prediction or forecast of a future event, especially in medicine (a statement or prediction of the likely outcome or course of a disease or condition).

“The patient’s prognostic was positive, indicating a good chance of recovery.”